2004 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Uplander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Uplander would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Uplander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Uplander. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Uplander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 570 kg more than 2012 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2012 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chevrolet Uplander. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Uplander. (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Uplander. 2004 Chevrolet Uplander has automatic transmission and 2012 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2012 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Chevrolet Uplander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Chevrolet Uplander | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Uplander | Impreza |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 299 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2025 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2624 mm |